Prominent Nigerian politicians and scholars have expressed optimism about the direction of the country’s economy under President Bola Tinubu’s reforms. Prof. Charles Soludo, a former Central Bank Governor, believes that the economy is on the right track. Similarly, Dr. Alex Otti, a respected politician and accountant, describes Tinubu’s reforms as necessary and asserts […]
The Governor of Cross River State, Bassey Otu, has committed to working closely with the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) to unlock the economic potential of the Calabar Port and accelerate the development of the proposed Bakassi Deep Seaport. This commitment was made during a courtesy visit by the NPA Governing Board, led by its […]
The Adamawa State Government has commenced the disbursement of ₦50,000 each to 40,000 small business owners under the Fintiri Business Wallet program, aimed at cushioning the impact of rising operational costs on entrepreneurs across the state. The initiative, spearheaded by the Director General of the Poverty Alleviation and Wealth Creation Agency (PAWECA), Dr. Michael Zira, […]
The Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP) has given the Federal Government a 21-day ultimatum to address a series of long-standing grievances or face a nationwide strike that could paralyze academic activities in public polytechnics and monotechnics. The ultimatum was issued after the union’s National Executive Council (NEC) meeting in Abuja, where members reviewed the […]
U.S. President, Donald Trump has vowed to stand firm and resist any intimidation as he prepares for a high-profile summit with Russian President, Vladimir Putin in Alaska. Speaking ahead of the Friday meeting, Trump insisted that Putin “is not going to mess around with me,” signalling a tough stance before what is expected to be […]
President of the Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF), Engr. Ahmadu Musa Kida, has called on the D’Tigers to remain humble and focused as they prepare for a crucial AfroBasket Group B clash against Tunisia. His message comes on the heels of Nigeria’s convincing 77–59 victory over Madagascar in their opening game of the tournament. Kida, who […]
The Federal Government has launched the Tertiary Institution Staff Support Fund (TISSF), an interest-free loan scheme offering up to ₦10 million to academic and non-academic staff of tertiary institutions. The initiative, unveiled on Thursday, is part of the National Education Sector Renewal Implementation (NESRI) plan and is being implemented by the Ministry of Education and […]
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has dismissed claims that it targeted the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library (OOPL) during a weekend operation that led to the arrest of 93 suspected internet fraudsters in Abeokuta, Ogun State. EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale said the early-morning raid on Sunday, August 10, was based on credible intelligence about […]
First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has delivered a major economic boost to women entrepreneurs in Ondo State, disbursing ₦25 million in grants to 500 beneficiaries under the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI). The grants, presented at the International Culture and Event Centre (The Dome), Akure, provide ₦50,000 each to help women recapitalise their businesses, improve livelihoods, […]
The Senior Pastor of the Commonwealth of Zion Assembly (COZA), Biodun Fatoyinbo, has tendered a public apology to the Christ Apostolic Church (CAC) and the family of its late founder, Apostle Joseph Ayo Babalola, following widespread backlash over comments he made regarding the cleric’s financial status. During a recent sermon, Fatoyinbo had remarked that despite […]
